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Spouse Loss Support Group Starting

The death of a beloved spouse can cause symptoms of anxiety, depression and overwhelming sadness. A support group can help.

Participation in a support group has been shown to be a valuable tool for managing grief associated with the loss of a spouse. In this group, those who have lost a spouse, will be brought together in an atmosphere of safety to share the experience of their loss.

• The group meets on Wednesdays from 11:00 - 12:30

• Meetings start on July 22nd and end on September 23rd

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• A screening assessment is required prior to the start of the group

• No fee is charged, although donations are encouraged.

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• All meetings are held at Hospice & Palliative Care of Westchester, 311 North Street, White Plains, NY 10605

For more information or to schedule a bereavement assessment

please call one of our bereavement coordinators at:

(914) 682-1484

Kim Gordon, MHC-LP, CT (ext.163)

Karen Dreher, LCSW-R (ext.130)

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